Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Vredestein Ultrac
In this article we will be looking at independent tyre test data, and real world driver reviews of the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and the Vredestein Ultrac to find out which tyre is best for your own driving.
There are a few basic differences between the two tyres. The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is an Max-Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars, and the Vredestein Ultrac is an High-Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been three tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | one | |
| Vredestein Ultrac | two |
While it might look like the Vredestein Ultrac is better than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Dry Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 4.14% less distance than the Vredestein Ultrac.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:35.1M | Vredestein Ultrac: 36.9M |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:34.3M | Vredestein Ultrac: 35.5M |
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.57% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Ultrac.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:108.1Km/H | Vredestein Ultrac: 106.4Km/H |
Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 11.11% more points than the Vredestein Ultrac.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
See how the Subj. Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:9 Points | Vredestein Ultrac: 8 Points |
Wet Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 5.15% less distance than the Vredestein Ultrac.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:35.2M | Vredestein Ultrac: 36.5M |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:47.6M | Vredestein Ultrac: 50.8M |
Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac was 1.15% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:78.3s | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 77.4s |
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 0.69% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Ultrac.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:86.5Km/H | Vredestein Ultrac: 85.9Km/H |
Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac scored 12.5% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Subj. Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:7 Points | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 8 Points |
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac was 0.74% faster around a wet circle than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Wet Circle: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:20.37s | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 20.22s |
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one straight aqua tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac floated at a 0.06% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:78Km/H | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 78.6Km/H |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:86.7Km/H | Vredestein Ultrac: 86.2Km/H |
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac slipped out at a 5.47% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:2.59m/sec2 | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 2.74m/sec2 |
Gravel Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one gravel handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac was 0.17% faster around a lap than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Gravel Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Gravel Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:60.3Km/H | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 60.4Km/H |
Gravel Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one gravel traction tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac had 2.54% better traction on gravel than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Gravel Traction: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Gravel Traction winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:10360N | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 10630N |
Sand Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one sand traction tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac had 5.25% better traction in sand than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Sand Traction: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Sand Traction winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:9740N | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 10280N |
Grass Traction
Best In Grass Traction: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Grass Traction winner was calculated >>
Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Vredestein Ultrac performed equally well in subj. noise tests.
Best In Subj. Noise: Both tyres performed equally well
See how the Subj. Noise winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8 Points | Vredestein Ultrac: 8 Points |
Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during one noise tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac measured 1.72% quieter than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Noise: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:64dB | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 62.9dB |
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac was better during two rolling resistance tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac had a 3.4% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Vredestein Ultrac
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test 225/45 R17 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.04kg / t | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 7.87kg / t |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:7.81kg / t | ✓ Vredestein Ultrac: 7.45kg / t |
Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews
Drivers overwhelmingly praise the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for outstanding wet and dry grip, confident braking, and a strong comfort/noise balance, often noting improved steering feel and overall handling versus prior tyres (Michelin PS4/PS5, Pirelli, Bridgestone). While most find it quiet and comfortable, a notable minority report faster-than-expected wear and occasional soft sidewall/understeer or noise on rough surfaces; overall sentiment remains strongly positive.
Based on 149 reviews with an average rating of 86%
Vredestein Ultrac Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Vredestein Ultrac positively, highlighting strong wet and dry grip, predictable handling, low noise, and good comfort at a competitive price. However, a notable minority report rapid tread wear and occasional noise or feedback shortcomings; overall sentiment remains favorable given the number and weight of high-scoring reviews.
Based on 22 reviews with an average rating of 76%
I have now had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5's, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersports, Michelin PS4 and even some Avon's (for a brief period) on my current car - a Golf GTI Clubsport 40.
I mix up my driving a lot - lots of motorway driving but also lots of hard street driving and B road blasts, I find it massively important to have the best tyres possible to allow me to push my car as hard as I can in a safe manner.
I was massively impressed with the Asymmetric 5's, the sheer grip... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
In conclusion the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 performed better in dry braking, dry handling [km/h], subj. dry handling, wet braking and wet handling [km/h], while the Vredestein Ultrac performed better in wet handling [s], subj. wet handling, wet circle, straight aqua, curved aquaplaning, gravel handling [km/h], gravel traction, sand traction, noise and rolling resistance.
Interestingly, both tyres performed equally well in dry handling, wet handling, gravel handling and subj. noise, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.
Which tyre is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tyre. Comparing all the data in the tyre reviews database, on balance Vredestein Ultrac seems to be the best tyre overall.
However, it's important to note that both tyres have their strengths.
Remember, the best tyre for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.
Overall Winner: Vredestein Ultrac
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Vredestein Ultrac has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.